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the sisterhood

I took a personality test the other day and it revealed that my personality type is quite selective when it comes to making friends and connecting with people. And that there is a yearning for authenticity and sincerity. It said that my type is unlikely to go for friendships of circumstance, like workplace social circles or local baristas, where the only thing in common is a day-to-day familiarity. Rather, we seek out people who share our passions, interests, and ideologies. “In friendship, is it as though this personality type is searching for a soul mate, someone who shares every facet of their passions and imaginations.” I never realized this about myself; this eagerness for ultimate compatibility. I guess it makes sense that I only have a handful of very close friends. But with the help of Style Collective, I’ve formed new friendships with five local fashion bloggers. I like to think of us as “the sisterhood” of Denver.

A few weeks ago, I attended my first Style Collective event. Style Collective is a network of fashion bloggers and female influencers nationwide, encouraging each other to connect, grow, and learn how to be successful bloggers and entrepreneurs. This event was held to celebrate the launch of their new podcast, “Becoming Fearless” [listen here]. Style Collective members from all around the country gathered in numerous cities to listen, sip, shop, and meet fellow SC sisters. Fab’rik Denver hosted the fabulous night with tasty nibbles, Champagne, and an entire evening of shopping and playing dress up. Fellow bloggers that I follow on Instagram became familiar faces which turned into new friends. These empowering women quickly became a lifeline of support, encouragement, praise, and inspiration. Be sure to follow these incredible lady bloggers!
@delayadenaye | @teddybearsandlipstick | @amandamaxwell22 | @raeannlangas | @lifeinstyles_ns

The world of fashion and lifestyle blogging can be an intimidating world to walk into. Millions of people have taken up blogging. The fashion industry in itself can be unforgiving, vain, challenging, and competitive. I’ve been blogging for nearly five years and it’s been a learn-as-you-go process. And it’s been a bit of a lonely process at that. Until I met my fellow SC sisters, I didn’t really have any current friends who shared my interest for blogging and photography. No one to share insider tips, content ideas, scheduling tactics, etc. Style Collective has changed that. Six girls who met in a boutique with like-minded interests. I now have a local community and network of ladies who speak my language. A family of bloggers to turn to and mutually encourage each other.

The night would not have been complete without our amazing host, @fabrikdenver, lovely photographer @jennasparksphotography, as well as some generous sponsors who left us with the best gift bags!
@iheartankit | @beautyforreal | @lgskinandbeauty | @senita | @everlyoak | @blushstudioslifestyle | @cyclebar | @patternsandpops | @glamourbardenver